Congratulations to Geneseo High School's Nicole Cherry on receiving a Maple Leaf Medallion!
Mrs. Cherry was nominated by GHS senior Kylie Maertens, who wrote: "Mrs. Cherry has always brightened up my day any time I have been in the front office. She demonstrates the CARE category especially because she is always willing to answer any of my questions and go out of her way to help me and others."
Kylie continued, "She consistently creates connections with students and genuinely cares for their well being. She represents the Geneseo School District through her actions and smiling face when you come through the front doors of the high school. I am extremely grateful for the opportunity to know Mrs. Cherry!"
GHS has again earned high national and metro-area rankings in 2024 Best High Schools, which U.S. News released this week. According to the report, GHS is ranked 81st within Illinois and 2,134th nationally. Read the full story: https://www.geneseoschools.org/article/1568964
Geneseo High School’s Class of 2024 will graduate on Sunday, May 19 at 3 p.m. in a ceremony at Bob Reade Field: https://www.geneseoschools.org/article/1561580
The Geneseo Education Foundation (GEF) hosted an open house on Thursday evening to celebrate its distribution of $4 million to Geneseo’s schools since 1990. Read the full story: https://www.geneseoschools.org/article/1559137
GHS held their final Student Welfare & Advisory council meeting today. These students were chosen among peers and staff to celebrate success and focus on school improvement at GHS. Very proud of their leadership!
With severe weather expected this afternoon and evening, there will be no after school activities, practices or SAFE on April 16. Thank you and stay safe!
Congrats to GHS Girls Soccer with a 7-0 defeat over Sterling. Goals by Ava DeSplinter, Mia Kelly, Hanna Kreiner, Addison Espe, and
several assists by Katelyn Seaman helped the rout.
The Smith Studio and Gallery is hosting its 10th annual Geneseo High School art exhibition from April 9-27 with an open reception to meet the artists on April 17 from 5-7 p.m. Learn more: https://www.geneseoschools.org/article/1540032
Geneseo High School held its "Students of the Quarter" breakfast celebration this morning for third quarter. Teachers nominate students "Who make their day brighter!" Students and their parents/guardians have a nice breakfast with our staff and are recognized. Congrats to all!
Kindergarten registration for the 2024-25 school year will begin on April 15 and close on May 10. For FAQs about the online process, a video tutorial, and other resources, visit GeneseoSchools.org: https://www.geneseoschools.org/o/geneseo/page/register-for-the-2024-25-school-year
The GHS Jazz Show will take place this Thursday, April 4, at 7 p.m. General admission tickets (no reserve seating) will be sold at the door for $8 each with cash, check or debit/credit cards all accepted. Come enjoy a great night of jazz from our Middle School and High School Jazz Bands and Choirs in our Concert Hall!
Best wishes for a joyous Easter weekend filled with love and happiness.
Geneseo High School yearbooks for the 2023-24 school year are on sale now through April 7. Learn more, place your order, and view previous GHS yearbooks dating back to 1942: https://www.geneseoschools.org/article/1526945
There will be no school on Friday, March 29. A reminder that there was a change in the school calendar and school will be in session on Monday, April 1. Thank you!
Tickets are now on sale for the spring musical, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Come see Belle, The Beast, Gaston, Lumiere, Cogsworth, Mrs. Potts, Chip and all your favorite characters live on stage from April 25-28: https://www.geneseoschools.org/article/1521629
Congratulations to Geneseo's Larry Johnsen Jr. for being inducted to the Illinois High School Football Coaches Association's Hall of Fame!
Senior Emma DeBaene was recognized by GHS Principal Tom Ryerson and presented with a Maple Leaf Medallion at Thursday's Board of Education meeting for her excellence in leadership and ongoing volunteering efforts.
An AP Scholar with Honors, DeBaene serves as Student Council President, and over the last three years, has been a Dance Marathon captain as the event raised over $80,000 for the University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital.
As District Governor for the Illinois-Eastern Iowa Key Club International, Emma has worked with UNICEF to help disadvantaged children in the world's toughest places, and overall, logged over 500 hours of community service.
Congratulations, Emma!
Congratulations to GHS teacher Mike Harrington, who was nominated by two of our "Grow Your Own" teacher students as their Favorite Teacher! Mr. Harrington received the surprise award on Thursday and his story will air on WQAD in early April (we'll share info when we know).
Thirteen Geneseo High School student-athletes were joined by family, friends, coaches and teachers as each signed their National Letter of Intent on Wednesday morning. Learn more and watch video of the signings: https://www.geneseoschools.org/article/1506014
Geneseo's school district is looking for a new science teacher at the high school and middle school. Learn more about all of our job openings—including full-time, part-time and district-wide roles—and apply today: https://www.geneseoschools.org/page/employment
